In 2023, Belgium led European Fresh Sandy Ray production in capture fisheries with 146.8 metric tons, followed by the United Kingdom at 91.47 metric tons, and France at 47.98 metric tons. Year-on-year variations from 2023 to 2024 showed growth in Belgium (1.35%) and the UK (2.91%), while France had marginal growth of 0.5%. Conversely, Portugal decreased by 1.51%, Spain by 16.15%, and Italy remained stable. Over five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects a diverse trend across countries.
Key future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in Belgian and UK production driven by sustainable practices and market demand.
- Potential recovery or further decline in Spanish and Portuguese production due to regulatory changes or market conditions.
- Stability in Italy with minimal fluctuations.
Top countries in Fresh Sandy Ray Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 146.8 | 2023 | +8.5% | +1.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 91.47 | 2023 | +2.19% | +2.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 47.98 | 2023 | -23.97% | +0.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 8.25 | 2023 | -29.51% | -1.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2.86 | 2023 | -77.95% | -16.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1.6 | 2023 | +220% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 0.015 | 2021 | View data |
